Assessor - Onsite Lower Bucks

Gaudenzia, Inc.•Kingston, ON

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Gaudenzia is seeking hope-bringers and changemakers for a full-time, onsite Assessor position for their program located in Lower Bucks. This role is crucial in promoting long-term recovery by providing comprehensive treatment and support to individuals with substance use disorder, co-occurring mental health disorders, and related conditions. The Assessor will be responsible for conducting level of care (LOC) assessments, completing required evaluations, and documenting client information accurately within electronic health record systems. Gaudenzia offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, on-the-job training, upward mobility, and educational assistance, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment.

Requirements

Associate's Degree with two years' clinical experience
Bachelor's degree with one-year clinical experience

Responsibilities

Be responsible for level of care (LOC) assessments for individuals seeking treatment, as identified by program requirements and in accordance with state regulations.
Complete required evaluations and assessments, including screening, intake, clinical assessments, American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) and biopsychosocial histories.
Complete face-to-face, virtual, and/or telephonic interviews with individuals presenting for LOC assessment and/or admission to the appropriate program.
Accurately document assessment/intake records, records of referral, and funding source approvals/authorizations, and diagnosis within the electronic health record's (EHR) system.
Document all case management and clinical services required by the Single County Authority (SCA), into the Pennsylvania Web Infrastructure for Treatment Services (PA WITS) system and within the company's electronic health record's system.
Maintain accurate electronic records on each client and ensure the timely completion of tasks, based on current policy and procedure and the appropriate funding source requirements.
Maintain proficiency in assessment, intake and level of care protocols, utilizing the ASAM criteria.
Conduct admission funding reviews with relevant payor(s) and assist with completion of medical assistance (MA) applications, as needed.
Participate in funding source reviews and make recommendations for treatment and lengths of stay as necessary for clients admitted to any of Gaudenzia's facilities.
Coordinate with agency and community resources to ensure access to the most accurate and up-to-date interim services programs.
Maintain accurate information for follow-up in the PA WITS system, along with the company's electronic health records system.
Establish and maintain positive relationships with funding, referral, and regulatory agencies.
Follow up with clients after discharge based on regulatory guidelines and document appropriately in PA WITS and the agency's EHR system.